---
product_id: 323926196
title: "PWM 12038 120mm*38mm Computer Case Fan 12V 4 Pin 5300RPM High Air Flow Dual Ball CFM FG DC Brushless Cooling Fan"
brand: "wathai"
price: "16177 som"
currency: KGS
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 5
category: "Wathai"
url: https://www.desertcart.kg/products/323926196-pwm-12038-120mm-38mm-computer-case-fan-12v-4-pin
store_origin: KG
region: Kyrgyzstan
---

# 5300 RPM max speed 213 CFM airflow Dual ball bearings, 67,000 hrs lifespan PWM 12038 120mm*38mm Computer Case Fan 12V 4 Pin 5300RPM High Air Flow Dual Ball CFM FG DC Brushless Cooling Fan

**Brand:** wathai
**Price:** 16177 som
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ❄️ Cool your tech, own the room — don’t let heat slow your hustle!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** PWM 12038 120mm*38mm Computer Case Fan 12V 4 Pin 5300RPM High Air Flow Dual Ball CFM FG DC Brushless Cooling Fan by wathai
- **How much does it cost?** 16177 som with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.kg](https://www.desertcart.kg/products/323926196-pwm-12038-120mm-38mm-computer-case-fan-12v-4-pin)

## Best For

- wathai enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted wathai brand quality
- Free international shipping included
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- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Breeze Like No Other:** Move 213 cubic feet of air per minute to keep your rig ice-cold.
- • **Endurance Engineered:** Dual ball bearings guarantee up to 67,000 hours of relentless performance.
- • **Ready-to-Install Kit:** Includes fan grille, screws, and nuts for hassle-free setup.
- • **Plug & Play Precision:** 4-pin PWM connector for seamless speed control and silent operation.
- • **Turbocharged Cooling Power:** Unleash a blistering 5300 RPM for rapid heat dissipation.

## Overview

The PWM 12038 is a high-performance 120mm computer case fan featuring a powerful 5300 RPM speed and 213 CFM airflow, driven by durable dual ball bearings rated for up to 67,000 hours. Designed with a 4-pin PWM connector, it offers precise speed control and quieter operation. This fan comes complete with mounting hardware and a grille, making it an ideal upgrade for gaming PCs, mining rigs, or any high-demand cooling setup.

## Description

Package Included: 1 x Fan with Fan Grill and Mounting Screws and Nuts Dimensions: 120 x 120 x 38 mm. Rated Voltage: 12V Rated Current: 2.0A Connector: 4 pin Speed: 5300 rpm. Airflow: 213 CFM Noise: 58dBA Bearing Type: Double Ball Bearing Cable length: 25 cm. Lifespan: 50,000 hours. Weight: 294g/pc Extreme Cooling Fan for Gaming PC and Mining Machine, High Speed 5300RPM with 230CFM Airflow, 2 Ball Bearings Designed for Extended Life and High Performance, 4 Wire

Review: Update: I've now had 3 of these fans fail in the same way only a few hundred hours after being put into service. They will fail to reach full speed and start making a noise. Eventually they will jam completely. After dissecting all 3 I found a failed capacitor can jammed between the rotor and the stator coils. Removing the can and reassembling (without replacing the capacitor) the fans will work at partial speed but not the full 5300 RPM. I'm reducing my rating to 1 star as these fans are NOT reliable and will fail prematurely regardless of the operating conditions. Whether it's a bad batch of capacitors or a bad design, I can't say, but a failed capacitor causing mechanical failure of the fan after only a few hours in service is unacceptable. Original review: I have a small single room ventilation system which was previously using Noctua industrial 3000 RPM fans. I bought two of these to try as upgrades, one for intake and one for exhaust in an HRV type setup. The exhaust fan seems OK after 2 weeks, but the intake (installed in a bottom to top airflow configuration taking outside air in via a filter) started making awful noises after about 48 hours and seized altogether after 3 days. I removed it and got it spinning again on its edge, reinstalled it, and within 2 hours it seized again. It’s seen air temperatures between about -2C and 10C, and would see a range from -35C to about 40C in that installed position, which the Noctua Industrial fan has handled just fine for over 2 years. So I’m rather disappointed, to say the least. I tried replacing the lubricant with some multigrade oil to see if this will help. As I said, the performance is exciting, but I can’t really stomach the prospect reliability issues in this system.
Review: Amazing air output and noise level! I found operating it at a low 3-6 watts, it is moving as much air as most of my other 120mm fans. Crank it up to full power of 20+ watts and it's like facing a 30+ mph headwind. Thankfully I purchased a speed control to go with this. Unless you are mounting this fan inside a sound proof chamber you'll definitely need one to restrain the noise. I purchased this fan for cooling under my tractor canopy so the noise isn't that bad compared with the tractor diesel engine spinning 2500rpm. Most of the time I'm using the speed control at about 1/2 of maximum. But it's wonderful to crank it up when the outside temps are getting high. Size is correct match for 120mm mounting. The speed control I used is 4 pin version so fan connected right up. I haven't had any problems with operation. Get a speed control that permits setting a minimum speed also helps. Overall I am very, very pleased. I've bought several other Wathai fans and this one is just as well built as the others. I will definitely to buy Wathai fans.

## Features

- Dimensions: 120 x 120 x 38 mm | Rated Voltage: 12 V | Rated Current: 2.0 A | Airflow: 213 CFM | Power: 22.8 W | Speed: 5300 RPM
- Dual ball bearings have a lifespan of 67,000 hours and allow fans to be laid flat or standing.
- Connector: 4 pin; Cable: UL type(+): red wire; (-): black wire FG yellow wire function; PWM: blue wire;
- 1 fan includes fan grille and mounting screws and nuts
- International products have separate terms, are sold from abroad and may differ from local products, including fit, age ratings, language of product, labelling or instructions.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B07SGWNV5J |
| Air Flow Capacity | 213 Cubic Feet Per Minute |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Batteries included? | No |
| Best Sellers Rank | 173,537 in Business, Industry & Science ( See Top 100 in Business, Industry & Science ) 587 in Electronic Cooling Fans |
| Colour | Ball 120 x 38 mm 12 V 4P |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (429) |
| Date First Available | 29 May 2019 |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Item Weight | 390 g |
| Item model number | 12038B12V4P2A |
| Manufacturer | Wathai |
| Material | Lead |
| Noise Level | 58 Decibels |
| Part number | 12038B12V4P2A |
| Product Dimensions | 3.81 x 11.99 x 11.99 cm; 390 g |
| Style | 12V 4 Pin Ball |
| Voltage | 12 Volts (DC) |
| Wattage | 22.8 watts |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Wathai
- **Compatible devices:** 1
- **Cooling method:** Air
- **Material:** Lead
- **Maximum rotational speed:** 5300 RPM
- **Noise level:** 58 Decibels
- **Power connector type:** 4-Pin
- **Product dimensions:** 12L x 12W x 3.8H centimetres
- **Voltage:** 12 Volts (DC)
- **Wattage:** 22.8 watts

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: Is this unit ul tested, if yes, to what standard. if not, what standards has it been tested?**
A: UL 507 is the relevant standard for electric fans, however this fan was not tested by UL. 

Also important to note that UL Listed products are tested while UL Recognized products are not tested. Both levels require a direct marking on the part which means this fan has neither level. To be honest most fans at this price level are not going to be agency tested just because the target market is PC case fans, and the things UL tests for are not relevant to PC builders. 

The fan has CE certification which is just saying it won't burn your house down. CE doesn't check fans for performance; you're better off reading reviews than looking for agency approvals if this is a PC fan.

**Q: will this fan work with just pos & neg hooked up? do I need all for wires hooked up to work ? thanks**
A: Will work with just pos and neg.

**Q: If I plan to use more than 50% capacity of the 5300rpm model, would I  need to connect it to a controller/hub rated for more than 1amp per lane?**
A: I would make sure that which ever Fan Port you connect this High Airflow Fan that it will support the amperage stated in the specs of the fan.

**Q: Any water or dust resistance rating?  ip52, ip67?**
A: I do not see any water/dust proof rating printed, however, I use this fan as a range-top exhaust fan in suction mode, so all cooking steam & grease-laden fumes are drawn across/through the fan... daily.  Thus far, it has performed flawlessly, despite the harsh environment.  I recommend this fan.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐ Review
*by A***Y on 1 December 2025*

Update: I've now had 3 of these fans fail in the same way only a few hundred hours after being put into service. They will fail to reach full speed and start making a noise. Eventually they will jam completely. After dissecting all 3 I found a failed capacitor can jammed between the rotor and the stator coils. Removing the can and reassembling (without replacing the capacitor) the fans will work at partial speed but not the full 5300 RPM. I'm reducing my rating to 1 star as these fans are NOT reliable and will fail prematurely regardless of the operating conditions. Whether it's a bad batch of capacitors or a bad design, I can't say, but a failed capacitor causing mechanical failure of the fan after only a few hours in service is unacceptable. Original review: I have a small single room ventilation system which was previously using Noctua industrial 3000 RPM fans. I bought two of these to try as upgrades, one for intake and one for exhaust in an HRV type setup. The exhaust fan seems OK after 2 weeks, but the intake (installed in a bottom to top airflow configuration taking outside air in via a filter) started making awful noises after about 48 hours and seized altogether after 3 days. I removed it and got it spinning again on its edge, reinstalled it, and within 2 hours it seized again. It’s seen air temperatures between about -2C and 10C, and would see a range from -35C to about 40C in that installed position, which the Noctua Industrial fan has handled just fine for over 2 years. So I’m rather disappointed, to say the least. I tried replacing the lubricant with some multigrade oil to see if this will help. As I said, the performance is exciting, but I can’t really stomach the prospect reliability issues in this system.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by A***N on 1 October 2025*

Amazing air output and noise level! I found operating it at a low 3-6 watts, it is moving as much air as most of my other 120mm fans. Crank it up to full power of 20+ watts and it's like facing a 30+ mph headwind. Thankfully I purchased a speed control to go with this. Unless you are mounting this fan inside a sound proof chamber you'll definitely need one to restrain the noise. I purchased this fan for cooling under my tractor canopy so the noise isn't that bad compared with the tractor diesel engine spinning 2500rpm. Most of the time I'm using the speed control at about 1/2 of maximum. But it's wonderful to crank it up when the outside temps are getting high. Size is correct match for 120mm mounting. The speed control I used is 4 pin version so fan connected right up. I haven't had any problems with operation. Get a speed control that permits setting a minimum speed also helps. Overall I am very, very pleased. I've bought several other Wathai fans and this one is just as well built as the others. I will definitely to buy Wathai fans.

### ⭐ Review
*by K***N on 16 August 2025*

In accurate size - it’s actually 92-93mm not 120

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*Last updated: 2026-02-24*